1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
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 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Alto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
