2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |
