1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Seat Marbella weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1980 Suzuki Alto (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Seat Marbella | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marbella | Alto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2160 mm |
