1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Minx | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
