1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 225 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.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
