1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 10 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
