1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 7 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 19 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Ritmo | Y10 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |