1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 609 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ritmo | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |