1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
