1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 563 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 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
