1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 23 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
