1976 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Seat Ronda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Seat Ronda. 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
