2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 460 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 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 206 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
