1984 Seat Ronda vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda.
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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ronda | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Seat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ronda | 353 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
