1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1788 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Ritmo | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |