1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 906 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Seat Marbella | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Marbella | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2809 mm |