1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 130 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 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 2200 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
