1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1983 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Seat Ronda weights approximately 220 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 Seat Ronda (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 1983 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
