1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. Both 1970 Fiat 124 and 1979 Seat Ritmo are equipped with a 1,197 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |