1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 30 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 990 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Luxgen |
| Model | Ritmo | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1768 mm |
