1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 397 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Ritmo | C4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
