1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 28 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Ritmo | Atos |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |