1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
