1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
