1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa.
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, 2003 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Ritmo | Arosa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |