2003 Audi A2 vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 18 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
