1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1982 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
