2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
