1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
