1972 Renault 5 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
