1981 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2002 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Arosa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |