1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 25 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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 614 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 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
