1982 Chrysler E vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler E and 1982 Seat Ritmo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler E (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chrysler E (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler E | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | E | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
