2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 230 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 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV. 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Panoz | Seat |
| Model | AIV | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
