1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Seat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Compagno | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1196 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |