2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 14 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 120 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2170 mm |
