1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 356 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
