1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella

To start off, both 1993 Mazda AZ-1 and 1993 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella.

Because 1993 Mazda AZ-1 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 1993 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 (85 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mazda AZ-1 1993 Seat Marbella
Make Mazda Seat
Model AZ-1 Marbella
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 657 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 40 HP
Torque 85 Nm 60 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 834 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2170 mm


 

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