1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 2 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Argento Viva | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
