1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 23 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 544 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | Citi |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |