2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 435 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 Hyundai Accent (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
