1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
