1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle 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 38 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
