1974 Renault 5 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 5 | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
