2000 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
