2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Seat Arosa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Spider | Arosa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |