1995 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan 4 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
