1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Dardo | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
