2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda. 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, 2003 Fiat Siena (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Siena | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
