1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 30 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 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
