1991 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 3 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 934 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 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
