1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
