1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
