1976 Renault 20 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 20 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
