1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Seat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Europa | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
