1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
