1980 Peugeot 305 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, both 1980 Peugeot 305 and 1980 Seat Ritmo were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 40 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.
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 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Peugeot 305 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 305 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |