1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Marbella | Altea |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |