1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 342 kg more than 1984 Fiat 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
