1981 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
