1981 Renault 9 vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 9 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |
