1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 933 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 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | Ritmo | TL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |