2005 MCC Smart vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
