1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
