1980 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 23 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
