1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 104 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
