1980 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 399 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Arosa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |