1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 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 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
