1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 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 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
