1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Kia Brisa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Brisa | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |
