1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 424 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
