2005 Audi A2 vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 26 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 50 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, 2005 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
