2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 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 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2170 mm |
