1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Croma | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
