2007 Opel Antara vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 975 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Antara | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
