1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 31 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 690 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Fiat Ritmo 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Ritmo Armada
Year Released 1978 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 73 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 106 L