1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ronda | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
