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 |