1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
