1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 616 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
