1988 Seat Marbella vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Because 1994 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Marbella | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
