1974 Renault 12 vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Seat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 12 | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 12 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |