1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |
