1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino 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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
