1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | Ritmo | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
