1980 Nissan Violet vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Because 1980 Nissan Violet 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 1980 Nissan Violet. 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, 1980 Nissan Violet (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Violet | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Violet | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
