1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 19 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
