2001 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
