1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Carisma | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
