1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 14 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 215 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ritmo | Vento |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |