1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 605 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | 75 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
