2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S2000 | Marbella |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |