1983 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 35 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen LN weights approximately 26 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella.
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, 1989 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | LN | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2170 mm |
