1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 553 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Camaro | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
