1994 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 8 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Corsa | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
