1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 24 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 729 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Marbella | i30 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |