2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 640 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 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Berlina | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
