1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | Capri |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |