1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 220 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
