1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
