1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 931 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
