1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maxi | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
