1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 386 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Marbella | Fabia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |