1983 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Arosa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
