1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maestro | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
