1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 315 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
