1995 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 15 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 620 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Marbella | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Marbella | Matrix |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2601 mm |