1981 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 430 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
