1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1415 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 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
