1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Giulietta | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |