1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Seat Marbella (40 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda.
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, 1987 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 58 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 | 680 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
