1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 880 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |