1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
