1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, both 1983 Cadillac Eldorado and 1983 Fiat Ritmo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
