1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 1003 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.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Ritmo | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
