1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 15 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 250 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | Ritmo | F1 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
