1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Renault 21 is newer by 9 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), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 21 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
