1982 Seat Ritmo vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 752 kg more than 1982 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1982 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1982 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ritmo | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Element |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2576 mm |
