1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 28 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 800 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ritmo | 159 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
