1980 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
