2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 861 kg more than 1998 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 Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio II | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
