1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
