1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 116 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1997 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
