2005 Opel Agila vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 105 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, 2005 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Agila | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
