1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Sport | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
