1975 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z 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 34 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Z 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 Honda Z | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
