1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 18 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 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | HR-V |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |