1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 3 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 18 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
