1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ronda | Leone |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
