1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 90 kg more 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Demio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
