1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda.
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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 860 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |
