1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 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 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ronda | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 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 |
