2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
