1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 557 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
