1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 13 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 410 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 1992 Honda NSX 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 1992 Honda NSX. 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | NSX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
