1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 535 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Marbella | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
