1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
