1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1980 Seat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
