1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 285 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
