1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Serena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
