1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1953 Simca Aronde 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 1953 Simca Aronde. 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 (98 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
