1995 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 81 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 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | NSX | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
