2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 18 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Sedici | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
