1963 Morris Traveller vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Traveller | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Traveller | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
