1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 596 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 146 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
