1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Arosa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |