1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 522 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
