2000 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | Marbella |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |