1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1435 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
