1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
