1997 Seat Marbella vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Marbella | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Marbella | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
