1979 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 800 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 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
