1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
