1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 11 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1992 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 1992 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
