1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 796 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Mondial | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
