2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 540 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, 2003 Fiat Doblo (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Doblo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
