2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1701 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, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Optra | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
