1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Suzuki Alto (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Marbella | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marbella | Alto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
