1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 163 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Anglia 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 1963 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Anglia | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
