1995 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella. 2008 Hyundai i20 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. 2008 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Marbella | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marbella | i20 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2525 mm |
