1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 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.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | 25 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |