2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Volvo 120 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 1960 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Volvo 120 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Arosa | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
