1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 34 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 637 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Ritmo | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
