1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. 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 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 818 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
