2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1983 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Seat Ronda. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1983 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
