1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
