1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 480 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Seat Malaga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Malaga | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Malaga | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2625 mm |