1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 566 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.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |