2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 564 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
