1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 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 22 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ritmo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 39 L |
