1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 4 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.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
