1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 698 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
