1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
