1974 Renault 12 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 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda.
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 (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 12 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
