2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Seicento | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
