2001 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 960 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 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1987 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1987 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |
