1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 47 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
