1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 13 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 195 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
