1985 Seat Ronda vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 144 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Ronda | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Ronda | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
