1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
