1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 17 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 494 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1979 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ritmo | Magna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
