2003 Seat Arosa vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Arosa | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arosa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
