1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 175 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Aurelia | Arosa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |