1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 18 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Mark II |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |