2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
