1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Mira | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
