1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 14 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Picanto weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Marbella | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Marbella | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
