1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 240 (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
