2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 170 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
