1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Festiva | Arosa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |