1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |
