1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 48 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Duna | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
