1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |