1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 786 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
