1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
