1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 35 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
