1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 21 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Passport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
