1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
