1999 Plymouth Neon vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 229 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Neon | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Neon | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
