2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 376 kg more than 1987 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1987 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1987 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
