1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 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. Both 1987 Seat Marbella and 1997 Seat Marbella are equipped with a 903 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 40 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 60 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1987 Seat Marbella | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Marbella | Marbella |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |