2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 742 kg more than 1990 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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Marbella |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |