1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 6 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.
Because 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ritmo | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
