1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1022 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ritmo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
