1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 16 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ritmo | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
