1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Marbella weights approximately 9 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1998 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Cinquecento | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
