1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 29 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 348 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Cube |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
