1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ritmo | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
