2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 67 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Move | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
