1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 406 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Opa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
