1984 Seat Ronda vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ronda | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
