1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
