1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
