1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Laser weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 1983 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Marbella | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Marbella | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
