2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Move | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
