1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 596 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marbella | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2499 mm |
