1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Corona |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |