2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
