1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
