1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Seat Ronda (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 7 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |