2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 166 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 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Picanto | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
