1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 18 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Liana |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
