1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 8 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1830 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.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ritmo | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 169 L |
