1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 204 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
