2007 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Seat Ronda

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 365 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 1981 Seat Ronda
Make Honda Seat
Model Civic Ronda
Year Released 2007 1981
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1193 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2460 mm