1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 70 | Arosa |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |