2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Seicento | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
