1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | Laguna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |