1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan 240 C (109 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan 240 C should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan 240 C (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan 240 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | 240 C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
