1969 AMC AMX vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 482 kg more than 1984 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | AMX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
