1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
