2008 Audi TT vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 18 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), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | TT | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
