2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 558 kg more than 1992 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 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
