1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1667 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
