1993 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 120 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, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Marbella | 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Seat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marbella | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
