1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1925 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 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat Ritmo | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | F-250 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3967 mm |