1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 131 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1365 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
