1985 Seat Ronda vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Potentia 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Ronda | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Ronda | Potentia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |