1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 845 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ritmo | Touran |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |