1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Seat Malaga

To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Malaga (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 183 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1985 Seat Malaga (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Malaga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 1985 Seat Malaga
Make Mazda Seat
Model Familia Malaga
Year Released 1965 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Vehicle Weight 792 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2450 mm


 

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