1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 551 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |