1982 Seat Ronda vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Ronda | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
