Fiat Ritmo 125TC Abarth – 1982

French registration title

In 1981, Fiat commissioned Abarth to develop a sporty version of the Ritmo, a tasteless little car with a design by Giugiaro, to replace the aging 128.

Based on the 3-door, the Abarth wizard initially proposed the 105 TC (105 hp), then the 125 and 130 TC, TC indicating a twin cam engine (double overhead camshafts).
The car illustrating these pages is a 125 TC, with a handsome Lampredi 2-liter twin-cam engine (identical to the Lancia Beta) offering 125 hp.

With its 5-speed gearbox and optimized front axle, reinforced brakes and wider tires, this front-wheel drive becomes a fearsome bombshell, particularly in the face of the VW Golf GTi.

Not surprising for a 2-liter!
Aesthetically, the Ritmo Abarth is recognizable by its Pirelli light-alloy wheels, imposing rear spoiler, sportier dashboard and Abarth’s famous scorpion.
Despite its competitive price, performance and generous equipment, it failed to generate the enthusiasm of it...