2004 Opel Agila vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Agila | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
