1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
