1993 Seat Marbella vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 647 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Marbella | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
