2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Spider | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
