1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
