1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 33 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 17.7 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 | 922 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
