1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1714 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
