1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Seat Marbella | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
