1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2002 Seat Arosa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. Both 1983 Austin Allegro and 2002 Seat Arosa are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Arosa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. 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, 2002 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
