1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 200 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 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
