2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 869 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2170 mm |
