1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Toyota Sprinter (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
