1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 30 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 204 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Seat Ronda | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Ronda | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |