2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 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 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 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 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Siena | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
