2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
