1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1602 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1602 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
