2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Seat Ronda weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Seat Ronda. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Ronda |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |