2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
