2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Arosa | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Arosa | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |