1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
