2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Atos | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
