1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 21 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 600 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 996 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
