1982 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 868 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Marina | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
