1975 Audi 50 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 50 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
