1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 706 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.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Lybra | Marbella |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |