2004 Seat Arosa vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 361 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Arosa | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
