1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 14 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
