1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Ritmo | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |