1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Ronda (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Ronda | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
