1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 28 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | i10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
