2001 Seat Arosa vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Arosa | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arosa | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
