2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Seat 600 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 1969 Seat 600. 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Arosa | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |
