1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 240 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 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Samsung |
| Model | Ritmo | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
