2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | BT-50 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2170 mm |
