1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 245 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2003 Renault Kangoo 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. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
