1958 Morris Cowley vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1958 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Cowley | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
