2003 Seat Arosa vs. 1982 Subaru DL
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Arosa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Subaru DL.
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, 1982 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Arosa | 1982 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Arosa | DL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
