1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
