1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 125 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 125 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 1973 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 125 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
