1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1604 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 308 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
