1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 42 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.
Because 1990 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Seat | Westfield |
Model | Marbella | ZEI |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |