2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ferrari 360 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 2002 Ferrari 360. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 360 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
