1974 Seat 1430 vs. 1983 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1983 Seat Ronda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Seat Ronda. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 1430 | 1983 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1430 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
