1984 Seat Ronda vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 1977 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ronda | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ronda | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
