1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo 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 29 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | 127 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
