1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 795 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
