1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1462 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5600 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 | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
