1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 10 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 870 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
