1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | 133 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
