1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ritmo | Riva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
