1969 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
