1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Hilux |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |