1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 9 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
