2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 169 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
