1986 Dodge Omni vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Omni | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Omni | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
