1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 172 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
