1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 6 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
