2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Phedra | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
