1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1981 Seat Ronda

To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 10 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 134 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.

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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Festiva 1981 Seat Ronda
Make Ford Seat
Model Festiva Ronda
Year Released 1991 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 1714 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2460 mm


 

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