1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 20 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | X90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
