1985 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 5 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |