1992 Seat Marbella vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Seat Marbella | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |