1993 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 2010 Audi A1 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Marbella | A1 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2469 mm |