2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 24 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
