2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.
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 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | Streetwise | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
