1992 Renault 19 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 12 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 215 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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
