1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
