1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 12 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 817 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ritmo | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
