1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Seat Ronda (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
