1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 501 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
