2003 Seat Arosa vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Arosa | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Arosa | XT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
