1998 Holden Nova vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1998 Holden Nova and 1998 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 381 kg more than 1998 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 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Nova | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Nova | Marbella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |