2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Ronda |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |