1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. 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 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
