1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
