1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 1978 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |