1957 Seat 600 vs. 1983 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1983 Seat Ronda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1983 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Seat Ronda weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Seat Ronda (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 1983 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
