1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 276 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 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Seat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Musa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
