1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Pony | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |