1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Ronda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Fiat Regata.
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, 1984 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Regata | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
