1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 190 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
