1989 Seat Marbella vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 4 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Malaga (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 291 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Malaga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
