1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 23 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
