1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Olympia 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 Opel Olympia. 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 (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Olympia | Ronda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |