1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2011 Audi A5

To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 880 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.

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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Seat Ritmo 2011 Audi A5
Make Seat Audi
Model Ritmo A5
Year Released 1979 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2751 mm


 

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