1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 230 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 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ5 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
