1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ronda | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
