1992 Porsche 965 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 965 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 1992 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 965 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 965 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
