1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 13 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 680 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Ritmo | J30 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
