1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham 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 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Brougham | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Brougham | Arosa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |