1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 17 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Seat |
Model | Silver Spirit | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |