1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
