1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 140 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, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
