2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 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. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Murano | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
