1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 30 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
