2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 585 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 2001 Alpina B3 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 2001 Alpina B3. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Alpina | Seat |
Model | B3 | Arosa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |