2000 Audi TT vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 795 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 Audi TT (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | TT | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
