1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
