1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Seat Ronda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Seat Ronda weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | Ronda |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |