1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 468 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |