1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Seat Ritmo 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Seat Subaru
Model Ritmo Legacy
Year Released 1980 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1714 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 53 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2680 mm


 

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