1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ronda | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
