2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
