1977 Renault 20 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 29 kg more than 1977 Renault 20.
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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 20 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 20 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
