1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW and 1979 Seat Ritmo were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | CW | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |