2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 85 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.
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 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
