2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 368 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Jazz | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
