1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 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 10 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 850 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
