1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 469 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Arosa (117 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulietta | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
