1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 20 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 106. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
