1989 Seat Marbella vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1989 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Seat Marbella | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Marbella | 164 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |