1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda.
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 (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
