1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 432 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 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. 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 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
