2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
