1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 786 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Patrol | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
