1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 6 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Super 5 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |