1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 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 47 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
