1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 747 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.
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 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marbella | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
