1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Skyline | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
