2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 275 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.
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 Seat Ibiza (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| 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 | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
