1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Malaga |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |