1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 1430 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
