1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |