1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 864 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ritmo | Toronado |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |