1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 439 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Marbella | Accent |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2499 mm |