1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 33 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |