1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo

To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.

Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 1978 Fiat Ritmo
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Cabriolet Ritmo
Year Released 1966 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 51 L


 

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