1985 Seat Malaga vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Malaga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Malaga would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 312 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1985 Seat Malaga has manual transmission. 1985 Seat Malaga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malaga | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
