1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
