1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.

Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Ritmo 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Ritmo Land Cruiser
Year Released 1982 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm


 

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