1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1989 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1989 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Seat | Saab |
| Model | Marbella | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2675 mm |
