1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 185 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Bora |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
