1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 464 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ritmo | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |