1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 770 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
