1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Kadett 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 1968 Opel Kadett. 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
