1982 Seat Ronda vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ronda | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
