1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 217 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 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
