1999 Honda Z vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 276 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
