1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 21 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2009 Tesla Roadster 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Seat | Tesla |
| Model | Marbella | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2352 mm |
