1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 687 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |