1990 Honda Integra vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Integra | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
