1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 106 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Peugeot 106 (82 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
