1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
