1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Ritmo | 1400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |