1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 17 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 796 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Traviq |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |