2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 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 | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
