1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
