1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Stanza | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
