1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 109 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
