1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ritmo | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2940 mm |
