1985 Seat Malaga vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle 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 42 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1985 Seat Malaga (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Malaga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malaga | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
