1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 337 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 1979 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | Bialbero | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |