1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
