1981 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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 1981 Porsche 911 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 1981 Porsche 911. 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 911 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |