1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Celica weights approximately 22 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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 (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |