1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
