1995 Seat Marbella vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Barina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Marbella | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Marbella | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
