1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 896 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1980 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ritmo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
