1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 76 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.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
