1997 Seat Arosa vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1997 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Arosa | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Arosa | i30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
