1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 570 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 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 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | R 360 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2460 mm |
