1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 428 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
