1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar Type-C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Jaguar Type-C 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 1951 Jaguar Type-C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar Type-C | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | Type-C | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
