1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 17 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 490 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
