1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 485 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Ronda | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
