2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 26 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, 2006 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 490 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Atos | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
