1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1044 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
