1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
