1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Corona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |