2008 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 850 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 2008 Honda NSX 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 2008 Honda NSX. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | NSX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
