1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 15 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 382 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
