1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1979 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
