1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
