After the 105TC, Fiat presented the Ritmo Abarth 125TC at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1981, an even sportier version of the Ritmo than the 1600cc 105TC. The 125TC was equipped with the 1995cc and 125 horsepower 138.AR1.000 engine. Five-speed ZF gearbox, modified suspensions (derived from the Group 2 Ritmo, category winner at the Giro d'Italia 1978 and 1979), enriched equipment and a more sporty appearance distinguished this Ritmo which remained in production until 1983.