2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Arosa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
