1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Seat Ritmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | Spider Riviera | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |