1959 Holden FC 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 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 34 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 Holden FC 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 Holden FC. 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 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | FC | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
