1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
