1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Palio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
