1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 184 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
