1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1979 Fiat Ritmo and 1979 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 1979 Volvo 66 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 1979 Volvo 66. 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 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ritmo | 66 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |