1983 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 325 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 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Arosa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |