1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 914 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
