2002 Seat Arosa vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2002 Seat Arosa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph TR6 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 1973 Triumph TR6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Arosa | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Arosa | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
