1985 Seat Malaga vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga.
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, 1977 Simca 1307 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Malaga | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
