1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Honda CRX

To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 15 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), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 110 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Ritmo 1996 Honda CRX
Make Fiat Honda
Model Ritmo CRX
Year Released 1981 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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