1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 195 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 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
