1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Fulvia | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
