1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 19 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 756 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ritmo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
