1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella 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 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 23 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
