1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Seat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
