1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. Both 1985 Fiat 127 and 1978 Fiat Ritmo are equipped with a 1,049 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
