1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
