1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 591 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
