1984 Seat Ronda vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Ronda (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Seat Ronda | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Ronda | 1000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |