1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Duna | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
