1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 126 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Uno | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
