1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 1430 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 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, 1970 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
