1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 790 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | X1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
