2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
