2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1715 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2460 mm |
