2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Hardbody | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2170 mm |
