1993 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Twingo | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Twingo | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
