1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 595 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.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1980 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat Ritmo | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Ritmo | GTS |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |