1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 710 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Legend |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
