2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai H100 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai H100 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 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | H100 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
