2002 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 994 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Insight | Marbella |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |