1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 212 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
