1982 Seat Ronda vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ronda | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
