1993 Audi V8 vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 912 kg more than 1981 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | V8 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
