2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda.
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 Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Ronda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |