1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Because 1971 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 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dart | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
