2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Malaga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
