1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
