1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 32 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Venza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
