1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 466 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 1950 AC 2-Litre 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 1950 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | 2-Litre | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
