1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
