1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dart | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
