1964 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Ronda weights approximately 366 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mitsubishi 500 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 1964 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mitsubishi 500 | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | 500 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 534 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2460 mm |