1992 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
