1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Ritmo 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Fiat Kia
Model Ritmo Rondo
Year Released 1981 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1049 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 55.5 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2710 mm


 

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