1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |