1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro 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 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. 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 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Allegro | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
