1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 566 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, 2003 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 2003 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1989 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1989 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Marbella | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
