1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
