1958 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Seat Ronda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Seat Ronda weights approximately 6 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Aceca | Ronda |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |