1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, both vehicles can yield 98 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
