1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 79 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
