1974 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Belmont | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
