2004 Seat Arosa vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 131 weights approximately 6 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 1976 Seat 131 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 1976 Seat 131. 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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Arosa | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
