1960 Holden FC vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Holden FC 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 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | FC | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
