1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 855 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella. 2012 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1994 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1994 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Marbella | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Marbella | Optima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2797 mm |
