1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
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 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
