1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 125 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 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Dino | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
