1989 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 279 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Integra | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
