2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ducato | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
