1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Cedric 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 1985 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1985 Nissan Cedric (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
