1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charmant | Ronda |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |