1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 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 1971 Fiat 500. 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 (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |