1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 623 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Verada | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
