1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
