1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 304. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 304. 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 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 304 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
