1990 BMW 316 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 316 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 1990 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 316 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
