1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, both 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 and 1978 Fiat Ritmo were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT4 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |