and it's only slightly more vague as saying 'emphasis on rhythm'. it's funny you're even entertaining the argument

if you looked at the context of Rite of Spring, you probably could nail pretty solid lines of influence from other composers and movements in art. you know, arguments with some meat to them. i'm not going to bother personally because i don't like that whole side of Stravinsky's music, plus no doubt numerous essays are available subject.