2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 680 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Doblo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
