1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
