1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 184 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 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 | 1044 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
