1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 31 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
