1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Seat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marbella | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
