1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Seat Ronda

To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.

Because 1977 Alpine A 110 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Alpine A 110 1982 Seat Ronda
Make Alpine Seat
Model A 110 Ronda
Year Released 1977 1982
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1647 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 95 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 67.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2140 mm 2460 mm