1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1180 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 93 L |
