1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 24 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 414 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ritmo | Carisma |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |