2007 Honda Element vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
