1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 28 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 380 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, 2008 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | Leon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
