1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. 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. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1980 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Seat |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4887 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
