1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo 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 16 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. 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 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
