1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 284 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 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
