1981 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 599 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
