1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
