1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 17 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Euro 1 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
