2007 Nissan Tiida vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 27 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Tiida | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Tiida | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
