1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 285 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Marbella | ForFour |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |