1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 12 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 405 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Marbella | i20 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2525 mm |