1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 626 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ritmo | 626 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |