1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Ritmo | Bora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 307 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
