1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 145 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 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Ritmo | 460 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |