1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 656 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Marbella | Picnic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |