1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 30 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat Ritmo | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Ritmo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |